YMCA OF GERMANTOWN AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM

In our efforts of meeting the many challenges brought by the unfortunate and temporary closing of our facilities, we could not overlook the hardships of the many families in our communities who were dependent on the YMCA of Germantown to meet the After School needs of their children.When we reached out, Canaan Baptist Church swiftly answered our call!  We are honored to be partnered with Canaan Baptist Church and their highly rated “Sankofa” after school program. 

ABOUT SANKOFA

Vision: The SANKOFA Academic Enrichment After School Program of Canaan Baptist Church is committed to the vision of providing a nurturing support system for children ages 5 through 12 that will enhance the development of the whole child. The curriculum goals of SANKOFA are designed to foster cultural pride and motivation for academic success. The physical activities offered will teach the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Christ-centered approaches will enhance the children's spiritual development and social skills.

Mission:
The SANKOFA Academic Enrichment Program encourages children to become productive citizens who will help build stronger, caring communities of the 21st century. The families, schools and other stakeholders within the community will benefit from the provision of the holistic curriculum offered to our children.

For information on enrollment contact:

The YMCA of Germantown                                                              Dennis Johnson, Sr. Programs Director                                                    215-713-2378                                                              djohnson@ymcaofgermantown.org

 

Canaan Baptist Church                                                                              5430 Pulaski Avenue                                                                 Philadelphia, PA 19144                                                                                                        Tel: (215) 848-6311

 

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YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Is being held at Waterview Recreation Center

5826 McMahon Street (Right off Chelten near Haines St.) Philadelphia, PA 19144

Starting Saturday, November 22nd until February 6, 2009

(Program will be closed for the holiday on 11-29-08, 12-27-08 & 1-3-09)

For Youth Division Ages 6-8 and 9-11

Fee covers: League fee & T-Shirt for each youth

LEAGUE 1 FOR YOUTH 6-8

This league is structured with your child’s age and height in mind.  The basketball is

smaller than regulation balls and the hoops are 8 feet high instead of 10 feet

Time: 9:00am-10:30am

LEAGUE 2 FOR YOUTH 9-11

The basketball hoops are the regulation height of 10 feet high.

Each child will receive a team league shirt and a trophy at the end of the program. 

Parents will be required to

purchase their child’s trophy.

Time: 10:30am-12:30pm

How to register: Contact the YMCA Business Office @ 215-843-3095

Located 5736 Greene Street Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm

Payment: We will only accept Checks or Money Orders for payment

We will also register students on site Saturday, November 15, 2008

Between 9:00am-12:30pm

For additional information:

Please contact our Basketball Commissioner Thomas Norfleet at 267-834-4673 or

Dennis Johnson, Senior Programs Director at 215-713-2378